Don Digar - Chalisgaon, Jalgaon
Don Digar is a village situated in the Chalisgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalisgaon and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Don Digar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Don Digar is 527804. The village covers a total geographical area of 1624.05 hectares and falls under the 424119 pincode. Chalisgaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Don Digar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Don Digar
As per Census 2011, Don Digar village has a total population of 2,628 people, consisting of 1,378 males and 1,250 females. The village has 572 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,569 literate and 1,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 610 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 232 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Don Digar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,628 | 1,378 | 1,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 165 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 610 | 312 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 122 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 1,569 | 920 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,059 | 458 | 601 |
Nearby Villages of Don Digar
Don Digar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Deoli | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Bilakhed | East | 3.36 km |
| Bramhan Shewage | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Khadaki Bk. | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Chinchkhede | North | 4.79 km |
| Hirapur | South | 4.82 km |
| Adgaon | North-West | 5.03 km |
| Bhoras Bk. | North-East | 5.28 km |
| Shewari | South-West | 5.74 km |
| Bhoras Kh | North-East | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Don Digar
Public transport in the Don Digar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hirapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalisgaon to Don Digar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Don Digar is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Don Digar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Don Digar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Don Digar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Don Digar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Don Digar
Where is Don Digar located?
Don Digar village is located in Chalisgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Don Digar?
Don Digar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Don Digar?
The pincode of Don Digar is 424119.
What is the population of Don Digar?
Don Digar has a total population of 2,628, including 1,378 males and 1,250 females.
How many households are there in Don Digar?
There are 572 households in Don Digar.
What is the literacy rate in Don Digar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Don Digar is 59.70%. Male literacy is 66.76% and female literacy is 51.92%.